Alfa Romeo 4C
28 MPG The 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 536 gallons, $1714 a year in fuel, or $0.114 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 2015–2020 run it averages 28 MPG, essentially flat across 6 model years.
Running cost at different fuel prices and mileages
The figure everyone actually wants, and the one the EPA does not publish — because it depends on a fuel price no agency will commit to.
| Fuel price | Per mile | 10,000 mi/yr | 15,000 mi/yr | 20,000 mi/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50/gal | $0.089 | $893 | $1339 | $1786 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.107 | $1071 | $1607 | $2143 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.114 | $1143 | $1714 | $2286 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.125 | $1250 | $1875 | $2500 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.143 | $1429 | $2143 | $2857 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.161 | $1607 | $2411 | $3214 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.179 | $1786 | $2679 | $3571 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 28 MPG | 24 | 34 | $2750 | 317 | 1 |
| 2019 | 28 MPG | 24 | 34 | $2750 | 317 | 1 |
| 2018 | 28 MPG | 24 | 34 | $2750 | 317 | 1 |
| 2017 | 28 MPG | 24 | 34 | $2750 | 317 | 1 |
| 2016 | 28 MPG | 24 | 34 | $2750 | 317 | 1 |
| 2015 | 28 MPG | 24 | 34 | $2750 | 317 | 1 |
Where a model year offered several engines or drivetrains, the figure is the average across all EPA-tested trims that year — the trim count is shown so you can see how much averaging is involved.
How it compares in its class
Among the 105 two seaters models tracked here, the Alfa Romeo 4C ranks 9 on current figures, against a class average of 21.3 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: Mazda MX-5 (29), Honda CR-Z (34.5), smart fortwo cabriolet (34.5), smart fortwo coupe (34.5), Honda Civic CRX HF (41).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 317 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 4.8 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Alfa Romeo 4C get?
The 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C is rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA — 24 city and 34 highway. Across all 6 model years in the database it averages 28 MPG, ranging from 28 to 28 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Alfa Romeo 4C cost in fuel per year?
At 28 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 536 gallons — roughly $1714 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.114 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 2020 model is $2750.
Has the Alfa Romeo 4C become more efficient over time?
Barely. It sits at 28 MPG today against 28 in 2015 — essentially flat across 6 model years, with efficiency gains offset by weight and power creep.
Is the Alfa Romeo 4C efficient for its class?
It ranks 9 of 105 in the Two Seaters class on current figures, against a class average of 21.3 MPG. That is 6.7 better than typical for the class.
EPA test figures from fueleconomy.gov. Cost per mile and annual fuel spend are computed at a reference price of $3.20 per gallon — use your own price. Estimates based on official test figures and average fuel prices. Real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, terrain and maintenance.